get along with something

get along with something
ˌget ˈon with sth derived
1. (also ˌget aˈlong with sth) used to talk or ask about how well sb is doing a task

I'm not getting on very fast with this job.

2. to continue doing sth, especially after an interruption

Be quiet and get on with your work.

(informal)

Get on with it! We haven't got all day.

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